Purpose of the Position

The Construction Manager (CM) has primary responsibility for assigned projects, to plan, direct, coordinate, budget, and schedule construction activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems, and ensure the successful field execution.  The  CM reports to the Project Management (PM) and the Construction Services Manager (CSM).

Company Conformance Statement

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers.
• independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.

Employees are required to:

• Comply with all applicable safety- and health-related rules, regulations, and procedures;
• Work safely themselves and help their teammates work safely;
• Assist supervisors and managers in identifying and mitigating potentially hazardous conditions; and
• Help the organization maintain a safe and healthy workplace.

Principal Duties/Responsibilities of the Position

• Task Order (TO) formulation (IDIQ project proposal development:  provide input prior to actual project implementation to support decision making. Evaluate technical considerations and assist in resource requirements assessment and cost estimate development
• Attend all kick-off meetings
• Act as construction subject matter expert (SME) during project design phase
• Provide support necessary for constructability reviews
• Assist in Scope of Work (SOW) development
• Provide input to project controls, as construction SME, for schedule and budget
• Coordinate with Engineering as Construction SME
• Participate in engineering meetings, as required by project management and communication plans
• Coordinate with engineering on detailed design and procurement
• Receive completed design packages from engineering with the deliverable(s) assembled to support construction work packages
• Perform constructability reviews in design and pre-construction project phases
• Review statement of work (SOW) for approval
• Participate in the construction pre-kick off meeting with project leadership
• Schedule and conduct the construction kickoff meeting with the entire project team
• Manage the execution of all construction activities
• Manage administration of construction contracts
• Manage changes to the installation plan at the job site
• Coordinate with the PM and job site management
• Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors
• Maintain a daily construction log and a file of all correspondence
• Maintain current “AS BUILT” drawings throughout the construction phase, reflecting all changes, modifications, variations, critical dimensions, dig permits, or any other significant information relating to the project
• Coordinate all elements of work with resident agencies affected by the construction effort throughout the construction period
• Arrange for and coordinate all utility outages
• Confer with supervisory personnel, customer, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems
• Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out.
• Ensure project safety through adherence to Safety policies and procedures and ensure site project teams compliance
• Manage construction and claim resolution within approved scope; apply change management process to manage scope changes
• Evaluate progress to determine percent complete of construction projects
• Ensure all closeout activities are performed and punch list items are complete
• Coordinate with Startup on construction turnover packages
• Participate in the startup turnover meeting
• Support startup activities
• Support system turnover
• Participate in project closeout meetings
• Participate in lessons learned meetings

Education and Experience Requirements:

•  Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline or Construction Management is preferred.
• 5 years of experience as a Construction Manager in an Engineering, Environmental or Construction organization required
• Strong working knowledge of pre-design and pre-construction, building systems/components and technology, contract management, project delivery methods, team building and client relationship building required
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite preferred
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) preferred

Construction Managers may need to be certified for the following, depending upon their area of expertise:

• Supervisor for Asbestos Abatement and/or Lead
• Confined Space Entry
• Lockout/Tagout (Hazardous Energy Control)
• Electrical Utility Systems
• CPR
• Fall Protection
• Scaffold Users 

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
• Dexterity to operate office equipment as required by the position.

Special Knowledge and Skills:

• Good organizational and planning skills

• Good Communication skills
• Ability to pay close attention to detail
• Ability to take direction
• Ability to work with computers
• Ability to work independently but follow specific detailed instructions
• Ability to interface with various levels of personnel in a multi-cultural, team- oriented environment
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office 365

Other Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen in order to obtain required NASA badge.
• Must be able to provide a certified Birth Certificate (with state seal), Passport, or INS Citizenship documents on date of hire (candidate will be sent home if this paperwork is not provided upon arrival on date of hire).
• Must have the ability to communicate the English language, both verbally and written, in an effective manner.
• Must have, and maintain, a valid driver’s license.

Syncom Space Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.